Delhi's Digital Leap: Women's Free Bus Travel Reinvented

The Delhi government plans to introduce digital travel cards for women, replacing the existing pink tickets for free rides in state-run buses. This initiative, announced by Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, aims to eliminate corruption linked to physical ticketing and improve public transportation in the capital.

The Delhi government is set to launch digital travel cards for women, replacing the current pink tickets used for free rides in state-run buses. Chief Minister Rekha Gupta announced this forward-looking measure on Tuesday, intending to tackle corruption within the ticketing process.

In her 2025-26 Budget presentation, Gupta, who also manages the finance portfolio, allocated Rs 12,952 crore to enhance transport in the capital. She emphasized the introduction of digital travel cards as a step towards a more transparent and efficient system.

Beyond the technological upgrade, Gupta's budget outlines plans to increase Delhi's electric bus fleet to over 5,000 by 2025-26. This modernization aims to set a new standard for public transportation in the city, significantly funded by the 2024-25 allocation and additional central government support.